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Serena Williams Says GLP-1 Therapy Helped Her Shed Over 14 Kilograms

She sought care through Ro after researching options without naming the specific drug.

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Overview

  • Williams told People she lost more than 14 kilograms after starting a GLP-1 medication.
  • She reports feeling physically lighter with more energy and less joint discomfort, describing improved overall wellbeing.
  • Her weight challenges followed a 2017 emergency cesarean; after her second child in 2023 she lost weight quickly then plateaued.
  • She says she weighed the pros and cons before beginning treatment and chose a medical path that aligned with her health goals.
  • Coverage notes her disclosure fits a broader celebrity trend and explains that GLP-1 agonists, including semaglutide drugs, were developed for type 2 diabetes and aid weight management by curbing appetite and slowing digestion.